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Even though I'm much older than I was when I collected Hello Kitty, I still love it and purchase items every once in a while, but nothing really drastic or crazy.

Hello Kitty stands for all the girliness and sweetness of my childhood and so for me, it's wonderful to see it's still going strong! Think about it, do we see Holly Hobby or Strawberry Shortcake as much anymore?

I actually have a wallet and tote among other things. The pattern is this beige/chocolate/powder blue weaved plaid with the little Hello Kitty face . . . it's actually the "Hula" collection (think pale Kitty on vaca w/ a tan), very preppy and clean. I sometimes forget that my wallet is so whimsical and it takes people by surprise when they see it, but hey, you have to have some fun in life! They always compliment me on it and some have even asked where I got it.

Whatever your take on her, remember your girly-ness daily! YOU choose to do it outright for all to see or w/ a small reminder for your eyes only.

Originally posted by SoJess@Jan 18th, 2004 - 10:44 pm Think about it, do we see Holly Hobby or Strawberry Shortcake as much anymore?

Actually, I have noticed that Strawberry Shortcake and her eighties counterparts are currently being revitalized for the girls of my generation. The Carebears, Seseame Street and the Cat in the Hat are suddenly becoming hip at stores like Bluenotes and Urban Outfitters. My guess is that the brands have finally decided to cash into our sense of nostalgia. And it seems to be working, for me at least, as I recently bought myself a Strawberry Shortcake tee...